Dougherty County Preliminary Notice of Mechanics Lien Form
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Dougherty County Preliminary Notice of Mechanics Lien Form
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Where to Record Your Documents
Dougherty County Clerk of Court
Albany, Georgia 31701
Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F
Phone: (229) 431-2198
Recording Tips for Dougherty County:
- Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
- Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
- Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
Cities and Jurisdictions in Dougherty County
Properties in any of these areas use Dougherty County forms:
- Albany
- Putney
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Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Dougherty County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Dougherty County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.
Can I reuse these forms?
Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Dougherty County you only need to order once.
What do I need to use these forms?
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Are there any recurring fees?
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How much does it cost to record in Dougherty County?
Recording fees in Dougherty County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (229) 431-2198 for current fees.
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Georgia Mechanic's Lien on your mind? First file your preliminary notice!
In many states, claimants must file a document known as a "preliminary" or "pre-lien" notice as a prerequisite to securing mechanic's lien rights. Georgia does not adhere to this requirement, so forgetting to file preliminary notice won't cost the claimant's lien rights. Under Georgia law, however, a person with a lien right may, at his or her option, file a preliminary notice. O.G.C.A. 44-14-361.3.
Preliminary notices are used by subcontractors and material suppliers who are not under a direct contract with the owner. A preliminary notice form follows a simple format that must include: (1) the name, address, and telephone number of the potential lien claimant; (2) the name and address of the contractor or other person at whose instance the labor, services, or materials were furnished; (3) the name of the owner of the real estate and include a description sufficient to identify the real estate against which the lien is or may be claimed; and (4) include a general description of the labor, services, or materials furnished or to be furnished. O.G.C.A. 44-14-361.3(a)(2)---(5).
The preliminary notice of lien rights must be filed with the clerk of superior court of the county in which the real estate is located within thirty (30) days after the date a party delivered any materials or provided any labor or services for which a lien may be claimed. O.G.C.A. 44-14-361.3(a)(1).
The Notice must also be served after filing on either the owner or contractor. A party filing a preliminary notice of lien rights (except a contractor) shall, within seven (7) days of filing the notice, send by registered or certified mail or statutory overnight delivery a copy of the notice to the contractor on the property named in the notice or to the owner of the property. The lien claimant may rely on the building permit issued on the property for the name of the contractor. O.G.C.A. 44-14-361.3(b).
As stated earlier, the preliminary notice is not a required document. A person having a lien may enforce the lien without filing a preliminary notice of lien. O.G.C.A. 44-14-361.3(d). However, filing and serving preliminary notice on an owner or prime contractor is good practice and can help preserve your lien rights, especially when there are multiple claimants.
This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for the advice of an attorney. Please contact an attorney with questions about the preliminary notice or any other issues related to liens in Georgia.
Important: Your property must be located in Dougherty County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Preliminary Notice of Mechanics Lien meets all recording requirements specific to Dougherty County.
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